Independence Day is almost here! With 4th of July quickly approaching, many Americans are preparing to fire up the grill, host parties, and enjoy one of the best days of summer!
Reverse Mortgage Answers decided to be creative and share a nice 4th of July dessert that is only 270 calories per serving and completely guilt-free. Enjoy!
You Will Need:
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
1 c. blueberries
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 c. heavy cream
10 oz. angel food cake
2 c. strawberries
1/2 c. shredded coconut
Eight canning jars
Directions:
- In 1-quart saucepan, stir together sugar and water. Heat to boiling on high, stirring occasionally; stir in blueberries and lemon juice. Remove from heat. Cool completely.
- In a large bowl, with mixer on medium speed, whip cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in cooled blueberry mixture.
- Place a single layer of angel food cake on the bottom of 1 canning jar. Top with two tablespoons strawberries, then two tablespoons blueberry whipped cream. Repeat layering of cake, strawberries, and whipped cream. Repeat with remaining seven jars.
- Serve immediately, or replace screw caps and refrigerate up to one day. Before serving, top each parfait with one tablespoon coconut.
This refreshing and yummy dessert is ideal if you are looking for an easy, no-bake treat!
Let us know in the comments below if you tried this recipe and how it turned out. We would love to read your comments or other recipes that you usually make for 4th of July.
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